40 m. ago I found the sign we all dread when I went to the restroom. Doctors dismissed me and I was too ashamed to push. It took FIVE years to discover the awful truth

Marisa Peters was diagnosed after suffering symptoms of the disease for five years. Here's what she wishes she had done to get a diagnosis earlier.

Politics

43 m. ago Doctors warn millions of people will be diagnosed with stomach cancer because of common infection

Called Helicobacter pylori the bacteria is estimated to cause just under half of all stomach cancers in the UK and although 40 per cent of Britons have it the vast majority show no symptoms.

Science

50 m. ago Common bacteria ‘fuels millions of cases of stomach cancer across the globe’

H. pylori is a type of bacteria that infects the lining of the stomach.

Science

60 m. ago Jessie J's son makes emotional announcement on mum's health battle after 'early' cancer diagnosis

The 37-year-old singer has shared an update after announcing earlier this year she had been diagnosed with 'early breast cancer'

Science

66 m. ago Skin cancer doctor shares shocking video of 'worst melanoma' he's ever seen: 'They don't always look like moles'

Don't ignore new bumps on the skin even if they do not look like typical red-flag warning signs of skin cancer, a leading GP has warned.

Events

2 h. ago Voices: The bottom line? Britain simply can’t afford to impose a wealth tax

As battle lines are drawn within Labour over taxing the super-rich, Chris Blackhurst says that the government must resist Lord Kinnock’s siren call to take a 2 per cent slice of asset values above £10 million – because the country’s economic prosperity depends on it

Economics

2 h. ago Clare Balding's 'appalling' boyfriend and moment she spotted her cancer while on TV

Clare Balding has become one of the nation's most respected sports presenters during a 30-year career that has seen her front huge events and shows for the likes of the BBC, Channel 4 and BT Sport

Politics

2 h. ago NHS alert says contact your GP over symptom that 'could be cancer'

People are being urged to contact their GP for advice if they're worried about a potential symptom

Events

3 h. ago Renfrewshire historian relaunching history talks after cancer battle

Stephen Clancy is launching a new talk series called Paisley Rediscovered: The Recovery Series following his treatment for Leukaemia.

Events

3 h. ago Julian McMahon's net worth revealed after shock cancer death at 56

Julian McMahon was blessed with immense talent that he exhibited throughout his career as a lauded film and television actor. 

Events

3 h. ago Patients want 'deeper connection' with GPs as 'more NHS appointments is not enough'

Patients would rather see a GP than pharmacists and nurses, a new study has found

Science

4 h. ago Grange Hill's Zammo star shaken by cancer scare after 'really common' symptom many consider harmless

The actor - who played the beloved character between 1982 and 1987 on the BBC show - opened up to Susanna Reid, 54, and Richard Madeley, 69, about his recent cancer scare.

Science

4 h. ago Parents who raised £100K for their son before he died from cancer sue charity which refuses to hand over donations

Craig Evison and Victoria Morrison, whose son Kyle died in 2020 from an incurable brain cancer, are battling the charity Gold Geese at London's High Court.

Economics

4 h. ago Kate's admitted the hidden secret every cancer sufferer goes through. My heart goes out to her

In a moving admission, Kate said that the 'very scary, very daunting experience' did not end with the conclusion of treatment, with patients needing to take time to find their 'new normal'.

Politics

4 h. ago Now give bowel cancer tests to EVERYONE from age 30, urge families hit by disease

A petition led by a grieving mother urging the NHS to lower the screening age from 50 to 30 has gathered nearly 10,000 signatures in just one month

Events

4 h. ago 'Mushroom Killer' Erin Patterson's warped mind from 'Satanic' death wall to cancer deceit

'Mushroom Killer' Erin Patterson, who has been found guilty of murder, poisoned her own in-laws after they prayed for her over a family lunch, in a twisted story filled with shocking details

Events

5 h. ago 'I saw Kate Middleton at royal engagement and noticed subtle change'

Princess Kate has recently talked opened about her cancer recovery, admitting it has been a 'rollercoaster' as she called for more support for patients undergoing treatment

Politics

5 h. ago Doctors issue warning as common body type is linked to frighteningly high breast cancer risk in major study

A new study by World Health Organization researchers has revealed a common lifestyle factor that could be behind why breast cancer rates are rising in some women.

Events

6 h. ago Michael Douglas, 80, shares retirement plans amid fears he'll 'drop dead on set' after cancer battle

The Basic Instinct star outlined his plans for the film industry after six decades of acting

Events

6 h. ago Welsh mum who starred alongside Ryan Reynolds on Welcome to Wrexham reveals secret cancer battle

Maxine Hughes, 45, who translated for Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney on Disney's 'Welcome to Wrexham' has opened up about her health

Events